5 Signs that Your Child May Need to See a Dentist

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 01/13/2020 - 10:13am

In addition to your usual check-ups, when you notice certain things about your teeth, from bleeding gums to toothache, you see a dentist. However, when it comes to children, things become more complicated, as they may not be able to articulate that something is wrong and that they need help. As parents, there are certain signs you can look out for, so here are some of the things you may notice that may mean a trip to the dentist is in order.

Sensitive teeth

Sensitive teeth can be a sign of tooth decay , which isn’t just something that happens to adults; it can affect kids...

Ladysmith Junior School chosen as Community Fund finalist

RGB Building Supplies has selected Exeter’s Ladysmith Junior School as a finalist in their latest Well Built Community Fund, and it’s now down to a public vote to see if it’s chosen to receive £1,000, to spend at an RGB branch.

The school has been gifted a Plymouth City Bus, which it would like to turn into a ‘Reading Bus’. It will be used as a place for smaller groups to enjoy lessons outside of the traditional classroom setting, as well as an area where children will be able to read during breaks.

The school’s site manager will be taking on the majority of the work and,...

Beard transplant: The new frontier of hair treatment

In the last years beards have become a signature feature for many men. Far from being just a simple fashion statement, it’s become a characteristic that many male individuals like to show off to be more stylish and build their desired eye appeal, taking care of every detail.

For those men who wish to look more masculine, a beard is very often an indispensable part of their personal appearance.

Beard hair loss is a rare condition if compared with the more common alopecia, namely the loss of the hair covering the head. Despite that, this is a disease that affects a...

Cheltenham Festival Preview Evening

Event Date: 
03/03/2020 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Racecourse

With all eyes on The Festival™ presented by Magners at Cheltenham, from March 10-13, Exeter’s preview evening is a must-attend event for racing’s aficionados and is FREE to attend.

Taking place straight after racing on Tuesday, March 3, the panel includes 11-times champion trainer Paul Nicholls, David Pipe and Philip Hobbs whose stable stars Defi Du Seuil and Sporting John have both raced at Exeter.

The latter won at the track in November and December and is now being considered for both the Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle and the Ballymore Novices’ Hurdle, while pocket...

Superhero Family Day

Event Date: 
22/03/2020 - 1:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Racecourse

Superheroes plus horses equals the best free day out for children this Easter

Superhero Family Day at Exeter Racecourse on Sunday, March 22 promises to be one of the best free days out for children this Easter holiday with a programme packed full of free activities, not to mention super horse racing to enjoy.

Whether it's Wonderwoman, Superman, Captain America or a made up hero who might go by the name of Devonman, Bodonog or Piffle, children are encouraged to dress up and enjoy a fun day out on Haldon Hill.

With capes flying, masks masquerading and super-human...

The top biggest parenting trends for 2020 and the top five worries mums and dads have about their children

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Sun, 01/12/2020 - 9:17pm

The UK’s leading online platform for parents and childcarers has revealed the top parenting trends for 2020, along with the biggest worries for UK parents going into the new year.

A survey of more than 5,000 parents and guardians of 0 to 16 year-olds has found that limitations on children’s social media use and screen time is the biggest trend for 2020, followed by dismantling gender norms, and plant-based diets. The anti-vaccination movement has been revealed as the biggest worry among parents.

A survey of more than 5,000 parents and guardians of children aged 0 to 16 has...

Meet the Author, Drink Coffee, Buy Books. Eat Cake

Event Date: 
16/02/2020 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Central Library

Local Author To Drink Coffee in Exeter Central Library

Somerset author, Justin Newland, will be visiting Exeter Central Library, Castle St, Exeter EX4 3PQ from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday 16th February 2020.

You’ll find him in the Ground Floor Café drinking coffee and eating cake, and signing copies of his latest novel, The Coronation. Set during the Enlightenment, the novel is a historical fantasy and reveals the secret history of the event that shaped our modern world – The Industrial Revolution.

He’ll also sign copies of his other novels: The Genes of Isis and The Old...

Sidmouth and East Beach Management Plan FAQ web pages updated and project’s next steps outlined

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/12/2020 - 6:02pm

East Devon District Council has updated and extended the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page of the Sidmouth and East Beach Management Plan (BMP) section on the East Devon website to incorporate a number of recent developments within the scheme, which it was felt would be beneficial to the public to have further explanation.

The BMP FAQs are designed to help improve public understanding of the scheme and explain potentially complex concepts and terminology, as well as to provide background to the scheme to date and details of the parties involved.

The FAQ section, which...

Have a blast in Biloxi

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Sun, 01/12/2020 - 10:23am

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Biloxi is an outstanding option for tourists visiting Biloxi, offering an extravagance environment along with many helpful services designed to increase your stay. Nearby to some of Biloxi's most famous landmarks, such as Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (0.3 mi) and The Historic Redding House (0.3 mi), Beau Rivage Biloxi is a great destination for visitors. The rooms include a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi is accessible, allowing you to rest and restore energy with comfort. Beau Rivage Biloxi offers a 24-hour front...

Overnight closures planned for Bridge Road

Bridge Road in Exeter will be closed overnight next week (w/c Monday 13 January) while repairs are carried out to the Swing Bridge.

The repairs will aim to resolve a mechanical issue that has developed with the Swing Bridge and has increased the time it takes to open and close the bridge.

The road is due to be closed from 7pm until 7am from Monday to Thursday next week, starting on the evening of Monday 13 January.

Friday night (17 January) has also been provisionally booked for an overnight closure, but it’s hoped that this will not be needed if work can be...

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